George C. Marshall High School Orchestras

George C. Marshall High School Orchestras

Over the past seven years, the GCM Orchestra program has more than doubled in size, growing from 62 members to 130 and from two class periods to four. In 2014-2015, the Statesmen Sinfonia was the newest ensemble in the program. For years the GCM Orchestras have consistently earned high ratings at the VBODA All-District Performance Assessment as well as appearances in Orlando, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York City, and Nashville.The vision of the GCM Orchestra program is to provide a high-quality musical experience for its student musicians that is both challenging and engaging. Students develop individual and ensemble musicianship and technique, while learning about and performing all styles of music. The GCM Orchestra program fosters a collaborative, supportive, and fun environment, where students can be a part of something larger than themselves. Directed by Catherine Bond, the GCM Orchestra program hopes to provide aesthetically satisfying and inspiring performances, while making lifelong supporters and advocates of the arts in both its audience and members.